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If you suspect that your pet has ingested something poisonous, please do not hesitate to call your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at 888-4ANI-HELP (888-426-4435). If you have general concerns that something in your pet's environment is impacting his or her health or well-being, please consult with your veterinarian. Some of the most common plants that are toxic to cats are: Please note that while we make all efforts to provide up-to-date, valid information, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information. Also, our plants list is not meant to be all-inclusive. Adam-and-Eve (Arum maculatum) Also known as: Arum, Cuckoo Plant, and Lord-and-Ladies.2 Toxic parts: Entire plant.3 Type: Herbaceous perennial; can be grown indoors and outdoors.3 Native to: Europe, Middle East.3 In the U.S.: Southern or warmer climates.3 Looks like:3
Aloe (Aloe vera)![]() Also known as: N/A Toxic parts: Leaves.3 Type: Herbaceous perennial; can be grown indoors in colder climates and outdoors.3 Native to: Tropical Africa.3 In the U.S.: Southern or warmer climates.3 Looks like:3
Amaryllis (Amaryllis species)![]() Also known as: Belladonna, Naked Lady.5 Toxic parts: Entire plant.6 Type: Tender or hardy bulb, depending on climate; can be grown indoors and outdoors.6 Native to: South Africa.6 In the U.S.: Southern or warmer climates.6 Looks like:3
American Bittersweet (Celastrus scandens) Also known as: Bittersweet, Waxwork, Shrubby or Climbing Bittersweet.7 Toxic parts: Fruit, possibly all parts.8 Type: Climbing vine3 or shrub form.7 Native to: North America.8 In the U.S.: Southern or warmer climates.6 Looks like:7
American Holly (Ilex opaca) Also known as: English or European Holly, Inkberry, Winterberry.9 Toxic parts: Berries.10 Type: Tree or tall shrub.3 Native to: Throughout North America.3 In the U.S.: Southern or warmer climates.3 Looks like:3
American Mandrake (Podophyllum peltatum)![]() Also known as: Mayapple, Indian Apple Root, Umbrella Leaf, Wild Lemon, Hog Apple, Duck's Foot, Raccoonberry.11 Toxic parts: Entire plant except fruit.8 Type: Wild herb.8 Native to: North America.8 In the U.S.: Moist woodlands throughout.8 Looks like:8
Apple (Malus sylvestrus)![]() Also known as: Group contains crabapple.12 Toxic parts: Stems, leaves, seeds.12 Type: Deciduous tree or shrub.13 Native to: Five species of crab apples are native to North America; the many species commonly eaten by humans are originally from southeastern Europe and Central Asia.13 In the U.S.: Temperate climates.8 Looks like:8, 13
Apricot (Prunus armeniaca) Also known as: This group contains peach, plum, and cherry trees.3, 14 Toxic parts: Stems, leaves, seeds.14 Type: Deciduous tree or shrub.3 Native to: North America has many native species.3 In the U.S.: Cultivated in temperate climates.8 Looks like:3, 8
Arrow-Head Vine (Syngonium podophyllum) Also known as: Nephthytis and African Evergreen.15 Toxic parts: All parts.16 Type: Perennial evergreen.16 Native to: Mexico, South America.16 In the U.S.: Typically a houseplant.16 Looks like:16
Autumn Crocus (Colchicum autumnale) Also known as: Meadow or Wild Saffron, Naked Lady, Son-before-the-Father.17 Toxic parts: Entire plant.8 Type: Hardy perennial from bulb.6 Native to: Europe.17 In the U.S.: Cultivated all over, but also grows outdoors in temperate regions.17 Looks like:6, 17
Avocado (Persea americana) Also known as: Alligator Pear.19 Toxic parts: Bark, leaves, seeds, unripe fruit.3 Type: Shrub or tree.20 Native to: Central America and Mexico.3 In the U.S.: Typically grown in California and Florida.19 Looks like:20
Azalea and Rhododendron (Rhododendron species) Also known as: Rosebay21 Toxic parts: Entire plant.10 Type: Evergreen and deciduous shrubs or small trees3 Native to: North America, Southeast Asia, Australia.3 In the U.S.: Temperate climates.3 Looks like:3
Begonia (Begonia species) Also known as: Wax Begonia.17 Toxic parts: Mostly the tuberous root.17 Type: Tender or hardy perennial, or grown as an annual, depending on climate.6 Native to: Mexico, South and Central America, Asia, South Africa.17 In the U.S.: Cultivated in temperate climates.17 Looks like:6, 17
Boston Ivy (Parthenocissus tricuspidata) Also known as: N/A Toxic parts: All parts.10 Type: Climbing vine.23 Native to: Central China and Japan.23 In the U.S.: Cultivated in colder temperate climates.23 Looks like:23
Buttercup (Ranunculus) Also known as: Butter Cress, Figwort, Crowfoot, Blisterwort.3, 25 Toxic parts: Entire plant.3 Type: Annual and perennial wild herb.3 Native to: North America.3 In the U.S.: All regions.3 Looks like:3
Caladium (Caladium hortulanum) Also known as: Angel-Wings, Candidum, Exposition, Elephant's Ears, Malanga, Mother-in-law Plant, Pink Cloud, Seagull, Stoplight, Texas Wonder.26 Toxic parts: All parts.27 Type: Perennial herb grown from tuber.27 Native to: South America.27 In the U.S.: Houseplant or grown outdoors as tender annual in colder temperate regions; outside as tender perennial in southern states.23, 27 Looks like:23, 27
Chinaberry (Melia azedarach L.) Also known as: Persian Lilac, White Cedar, Texas Umbrella Tree, Paradise Tree, Bead Tree.28 Toxic parts: Berries, bark, leaves, and flowers.28 Type: Deciduous tree.17 Native to: Temperate and tropical Asia, Australia, and the Solomon Islands.29 In the U.S.: Found as an invasive plant throughout the southern half of the United States.29 Looks like:29
Christmas Tree (Pinus sylvestris) Also known as: Scotch Pine.30 Toxic parts: Sap.30 Type: Evergreen tree.23 Native to: Europe.23 In the U.S.: Found in the colder zones.23 Looks like:23
Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum species) Also known as: Daisy, Mum.32 Toxic parts: Entire plant.10 Type: Perennial.6 Native to: China.33 In the U.S.: Temperate to warm zones.6 Looks like:6, 33
Clematis (Clematis species) Also known as: Virgin’s Bower, Leatherflower.34 Toxic parts: Entire plant.10 Type: Woody perennial vine.3 Native to: Over 50 native species to North America.3 In the U.S.: Throughout the country.3 Looks like:3
Creeping Fig (Ficus benjamina) Also known as: Indian Rubber Plant, Weeping Fig.53 Toxic parts: Sap from all parts.54 Type: Evergreen shrub or tree.54 Native to: Asia.54 In the U.S.: Typically a houseplant.54 Looks like:54
Daffodil (Narcissus) Also known as: Narcissus, Jonquil, Paper White.35 Toxic parts: Bulbs, leaves, and flowers, but the bulbs are especially toxic.35, 26 Type: Bulbous perennial.36 Native to: Europe.36 In the U.S.: Throughout the country.36 Looks like:36
Dieffenbachia (Dieffenbachia) Also known as: Giant or Spotted Dumb Cane, Exotica or Exotica Perfection.37 Toxic parts: All parts.38 Type: Perennial herb.38 Native to: Tropical countries.38 In the U.S.: Typically a houseplant.38 Looks like:38
Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) Also known as: Purple Foxglove.3 Toxic parts: Entire plant.3 Type: Biennial or perennial herb.3 Native to: Southern Europe, Central Asia.3 In the U.S.: Throughout the country.3 Looks like:3
Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens) Also known as: Hills of Snow, Hortensia, Seven Bark.40 Toxic parts: Leaves.41 Type: Flowering shrub.41 Native to: North America.23 In the U.S.: From New York south and west to Oklahoma.41 Looks like:41
Lily (Lilium species) Also known as: Easter or Trumpet Lily; Asiatic, Day, Japanese Show, and Tiger Lily.42, 43 Toxic parts: All parts.43 Type: Bulbous perennial.23 Native to: Europe and Oriental/Asian countries.23 In the U.S.: Throughout the country.23 Looks like:23
Marijuana (Cannabis sativa) Also known as: Indian Hemp, Hashish.42 Toxic parts: All parts; especially stems of flowers.43 Type: Annual.43 Native to: Asia.43 In the U.S.: Illegal to grow, but has been cultivated throughout the country both indoors and out. 43 Looks like:43
Mistletoe (Phoradendron leucarpum, P. serotinum, P. flavescens) Also known as: American Mistletoe.44 Toxic parts: Berries.45 Type: Evergreen shrub that is partially parasitic on the limbs of deciduous trees.45 Native to: U.S.A.45 In the U.S.: Throughout the country.45 Looks like:45
Morning Glory (Ipomoea) Also known as: Beach Moonflower, Grannyvine.3 Toxic parts: Seeds; possibly other parts.3 Type: Annual vine.36 Native to: Mostly tropical climates.36 In the U.S.: Throughout the country.36 Looks like:36
Philodendron Pertusum (Philodendron spp) Also known as: Philodendron.47 Toxic parts: All parts.47 Type: Evergreen vine.47 Native to: Tropical America.47 In the U.S.: Typically a houseplant.47 Looks like:47
Sweet Pea (Lathyrus latifolius) Also known as: Peavine, Vetchling, Wild Pea.49 Toxic parts: Seedlings and seeds.17 Type: Perennial.6 Native to: Southern Europe up to southern Russia.49 In the U.S.: Throughout the country.49 Looks like:6
Tomato Plant (Lycopersicon) Also known as: Garden tomato17 Toxic parts: Leaves.17 Type: Herbaceous perennial.17 Native to: Mexico and Peru.17 In the U.S.: Cultivated throughout temperate zones.17 Looks like:17
Tulip (Tulipa) Also known as: N/A Toxic parts: Entire plant, but especially the bulb.3, 52 Type: Perennial bulbous plant.36 Native to: Turkey.17 In the U.S.: Cultivated throughout the country. Looks like:36
Wisteria (Wisteria species) Also known as: Chinese Wisteria and Kidney Bean Tree.17 Toxic parts: Tendrils, seeds.17 Type: Climbing perennial vine, considered invasive in southern U.S. states.6, 17 Native to: China, Japan, Southeastern United States.17 In the U.S.: Temperate regions.17 Looks like:6, 17
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) Also known as: Milfoil, Bloodwort, Carpenter’s Weed, Staunchweed, Solder’s Woundwort.17, 56 Toxic parts: Everything that grows above the ground (aerial).17 Type: Herbaceous perennial; invasive.17 Native to: Europe and western Asia.17 In the U.S.: Throughout temperate and some southern regions.17 Looks like:17
Yew (Taxus) Also known as: Japanese, English, and Canadian Yew.17 Toxic parts: All parts except edible berry.17 Type: Evergreen shrubs.17 Native to: North America.41 In the U.S.: Northern temperate regions. Looks like:41
Works Cited:
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. ASPCA: Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center: Plants: Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/?plant_toxicity=toxic-to-cats.
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Plants: Adam-and-Eve. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/adam-and-eve.html.
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Turner, Nancy J. and Aderkas, Patrick Von. The North American Guide to Common Poisonous Plants and Mushrooms. s.l. : Timber Press, 2009. ISBN 0881929298, 9780881929294.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: Aloe. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/aloe.html.
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Plants: Amaryllis. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/amaryllis.html.
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Powell, Eileen. The gardener's A-Z guide to growing flowers from seed to bloom. s.l. : Storey Publishing, 2004. ISBN 1580175171, 9781580175173.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: American Bittersweet. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/american-bittersweet.html.
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Nelson, Lewis, Shih, Richard D. and Balick, Michael J. Handbook of poisonous and injurious plants. s.l. : Springer, 2007. ISBN 0387312684, 9780387312682.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: American Holly. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/american-holly.html.
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Council on the Environment of New York City. Poisonous and Injurious Garden Plants. Council on the Environment of New York City: The City Lot. [Online] http://www.cenyc.org/files/citylot/Poisonous_And_Injurious_Garden_Plants.pdf.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: American Mandrake. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/american-mandrake.html.
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Plants: Apple. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/apple.html.
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Brockman, Christian Frank and Merrilees, Rebecca A. Trees of North America: a field guide to the major native and introduced species north of Mexico. s.l. : Macmillan, 2001. ISBN 1582380929, 9781582380926.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: Apricot. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/apricot.html.
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Plants: Arrow-Head Vine. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/arrow-head-vine.html.
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Russell, Alice B. Poisonous Plants: Syngonium podophyllum. North Carolina State University Department of Horticultural Science: Poisonous Plants of North Carolina. [Online] 1997. http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/hort/consumer/poison/Syngopo.htm.
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Barceloux, Donald G. Medical Toxicology of Natural Substances: Foods, Fungi, Medicinal Herbs, Plants, and Venomous Animals. s.l. : John Wiley and Sons, 2008. ISBN 047172761X, 9780471727613.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: Autumn Crocus. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/autumn-crocus.html.
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Plants: Avocado. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/avocado.html.
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Hogan, Sean. Trees for All Seasons: Broadleaved Evergreens for Temperate Climates. s.l. : Timber Press, 2008. ISBN 0881926744, 9780881926743.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: Azalea. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/azalea.html.
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Plants: Begonia. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/begonia.html.
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Wyman, Donald. Wyman's Gardening encyclopedia. s.l. : Simon and Schuster, 1986. ISBN 0026320703, 9780026320702.
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Eldredge, Debra M., et al. Dog Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook. s.l. : John Wiley and Sons, 2007. ISBN 0470067853, 9780470067857.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: Buttercup. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/buttercup.html.
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Plants: Caladium. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/caladium.html.
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Russell, Alice B. Poisonous Plants: Caladium. North Carolina State University Department of Horticultural Science: Poisonous Plants of North Carolina. [Online] 1997. http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/hort/consumer/poison/Caladsp.htm.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: Chinaberry. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/chinaberry-tree.html.
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Reemts, Charlotte. Chinaberry. Plant Conservation Alliance Alien Plant Working Group. [Online] July 7, 2009. http://www.nps.gov/plants/alien/fact/meaz1.htm.
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Osborne, Carol. Dr. Carol's Naturally Healthy Cats. s.l. : American Pet Institute, 2006. ISBN 0977895017, 9780977895014.
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Peterson, Michael Edward and Talcott, Patricia A. Small animal toxicology. s.l. : Elsevier Health Sciences, 2006. ISBN 0721606393, 9780721606392.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: Chrysanthemum. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/chrysanthemum.html.
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Naeve, Linda, Jauron, Richard and Nelson, Diane. Growing Chrysanthemums in the Garden. Iowa State University - University Extension Reiman Gardens. [Online] April 2005. http://www.extension.iastate.edu/Publications/RG305.pdf.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: Clematis. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/clematis.html.
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Plants: Daffodil. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/daffodil.html.
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Buchanan, Rita and Holmes, Roger. Taylor's Master Guide to Gardening. s.l. : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2001. ISBN 061815907X, 9780618159079.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: Dieffenbachia. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/dieffenbachia.html.
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Russell, Alice B. Poisonous Plants: Dieffenbachia. North Carolina State University Department of Horticultural Science: Poisonous Plants of North Carolina. [Online] 1997. http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/hort/consumer/poison/Dieffsp.htm.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: Foxglove. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/foxglove.html.
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Plants: Hydrangea. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/hydrangea.html.
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Foster, Steven, Caras, Roger and Peterson, Roger Tory. A field guide to venomous animals and poisonous plants, North America, north of Mexico. s.l. : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 1998. ISBN 039593608X, 9780395936085.
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Wagstaff, D. Jesse. International poisonous plants checklist: an evidence-based reference. s.l. : CRC Press, 2008. ISBN 1420062522, 9781420062526.
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Fitzgerald, Kevin T. and Vera, Rebecca. Poisonings in the Captive Reptile. [book auth.] Michael Edward Peterson and Patricia A. Talcott. Small animal toxicology. s.l. : Elsevier Health Sciences, 2006. ISBN 0721606393, 9780721606392.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: Lily. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/lily.html.
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Plants: Marijuana. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/marijuana.html.
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Russell, Alice B. Poisonous Plants: Cannabis sativa. North Carolina State University Department of Horticultural Science: Poisonous Plants of North Carolina. [Online] 1997. http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/hort/consumer/poison/Cannasa.htm.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: Mistletoe. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/mistletoe-american.html.
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Russell, Alice B. Poisonous Plants: Phoradendron leucarpum (P. serotinum). North Carolina State University Department of Horticultural Science: Poisonous Plants of North Carolina. [Online] 1997. http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/hort/consumer/poison/Phorale.htm.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: Morning Glory. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/morning-glory.html.
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Russell, Alice B. Poisonous Plants: Philodendron spp. North Carolina State University Department of Horticultural Science: Poisonous Plants of North Carolina. [Online] 1997. http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/hort/consumer/poison/Philosp.htm.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: Philodendron Pertusum. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/philodendron-pertusum.html.
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Ani?ko, Tomasz. When Perennials Bloom: An Almanac for Planning and Planting. s.l. : Timber Press, 2008. ISBN 0881928879, 9780881928877.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: Sweet Pea. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/sweet-pea.html.
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Plants: Tomato Plant. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/tomato-plant.html".
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Plants: Tulip. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/tulip.html.
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Plants: Fig. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/fig.html.
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Russell, Alice B. Poisonous Plants: Ficus benjamina. North Carolina State University Department of Horticultural Science: Poisonous Plants of North Carolina. [Online] 1997. http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/hort/consumer/poison/Ficusbe.htm.
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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Plants: Wisteria. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/wisteria.html.
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Plants: Yarrow. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/yarrow.html.
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Plants: Yew. ASPCA Pet Care: Animal Poison Control Center. [Online] 2010. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/yew.html.
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